AMA in the News: August 2019

AMA in the News covers media coverage and mentions about the American Medical Association. Find articles recognizing our efforts in health care, advocacy, medical education, and improvements in public health. Read coverage on the achievements of our leadership and the members of the AMA community.

1. Why the AMA is helping to launch a new insurer for seniors

   1. Fast Company, Aug. 22, 2019
   2. Launch of Zing Health, a Health2047 spinoff and Medicare Advantage company.

2. Pride in care delivery: Bridging equity gaps for LGBTQ patients 

   1. Medical Group Management Association, Aug. 21, 2019
   2. Podcast episode featuring AMA Board Chair Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, FAMIA, FASA.

3. From Coal Country to the ‘Congress’ of Medicine 

   1. U.S. News and World Report, Aug. 21, 2019
   2. Profile featuring AMA President Patrice Harris, MD, MA. 

4. Advocacy and New AMA Presidency Define Harris’ Career in Psychiatry

   1. Diverse Education, Aug. 15, 2019
   2. Profile featuring AMA President Patrice Harris, MD, MA. 

5. Gay military doctor now fights for trans troops, LGBT health equity

   1. Washington Blade, Aug. 14, 2019
   2. Profile featuring AMA Board Chair Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, FAMIA, FASA.

6. What the AMA Stands For Now

   1. The Wall Street Journal, Aug. 11, 2019
   2. Profile featuring AMA President Patrice Harris, MD, MA. (Publication subscription is required for full or unlimited access.)

7. AMA President: Don’t Equate Mental Illness With Mass Shootings

   1. U.S. News and World Report, Aug. 9, 2019
   2. On treating gun violence as a public health issue without blaming mental illness for mass shootings.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

With an increased number of people reporting worsening mental health in recent years, it is imperative that people are aware of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) telephone program.

People experiencing a suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress can call, chat or text 988, and speak to trained crisis counselors. The national hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The previous National Suicide Prevention Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will continue to be operational and route calls to 988 indefinitely.